According to a study published in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science, cherry blossom extract helps prevent the production of nitric oxide. Forty study participants saw skin-calming results using a cherry blossom extract cream; after 9 days, those who treated irritated skin with the cream were markedly less inflamed than those who tried a placebo. Cherry blossom extract can be found in everything from cleansers to facial masks, but products that stay on your skin longer, like creams and serums, may offer more benefits. Try Lierac Comfort Mask ($28; lierac-usa.com), Equitance Brightening Serum + Spot Corrector ($125; equitance-us.com), and Lierac Hydra-Chrono+ Intense Rehydrating Balm ($52; lierac-usa.com), all of which list cherry blossom extract among their ingredients. A word to the wise though: be wary of products that have “cherry blossom” in their name—they’re more likely to contain a cocktail of fragrances than the real thing. MORE: The 25 Best Foods For Your Skin
